Snapchat video ‘showing alleged attack’ played at rape trial after mum testifies – The Mirror

A 10-second video clip prosecutors say shows part of an alleged attack on a girl by three boys aged 12, 13 and 14 was shown to jurors at crown court. The boys deny the charges Amy Walker News Reporter and Emma O’Neill Content Editor 11:40, 07 Mar 2026 Updated 11:40, 07 Mar 2026 A Snapchat video, which prosecutors claim captures part of an assault on a girl by three lads aged 12, 13 and 14, was shown during a rape trial following the victim’s mother’s testimony: “She was so frightened.” Minshull Street Crown Court had previously heard allegations that the boys ‘took it in turns’ to rape the then 13 year old girl in some bushes. It was earlier revealed to jurors that a portion of the alleged attack was recorded on a mobile phone. Prosecutors had previously stated that the footage was later ‘shared amongst themselves’ and ‘others’. Ensure our latest headlines always appear at the top of your Google Search by making us a Preferred Source. Click here to activate or add us as your Preferred Source in your Google search settings. The three lads, who cannot be identified due to legal restrictions, deny the charges against them.
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